As a year one school student, Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to integrate William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana. This was no easy task, especially for a six-year-old. Ruby’s bravery and perseverance inspired children and adults alike to fight for equality and social justice. In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Kekla Magoon, readers learn about the amazing life of Ruby Bridges - and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton!
| ISBN: | 9780593115879 |
| Publication date: | 24th August 2021 |
| Author: | Kekla Magoon, Chelsea Clinton |
| Illustrator: | Alexandra Boiger, Gillian Flint |
| Publisher: | Philomel Books,U.S. an imprint of Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 80 pages |
| Series: | She Persisted |
| Genres: |
History Children’s / Teenage: General interest |